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So, it’s the third week of January 2023. The time when many of us are already abandoning our new year's resolutions. Are you tired of the stress and guilt that come from making resolutions that just don’t work? What if, this year, you could ditch the new year's resolutions and discover a simple, yet effective way to turn your biggest hopes and dreams into reality? Well, I believe it is possible. And I’ll show you how in this episode of the More Than a Pastor show. Let’s get started! Links for Today's Show Join our private Facebook community: https://www.morethanapastor.com/facebook Get the Free PDF: The ONE THING 90-Day Goal Framework Read My Last Post: Dealing with Disappointment When Everything Changes   January 17 - Ditch New Year's Resolutions Day  Did you know that today, January 17, is Ditch New Year’s Resolutions Day? Go ahead, Google it, I’ll wait... Yeah, it’s the day when most people have ditched or abandoned their New Year’s Resolutions. Do you ever get frustrated by resolutions that just don’t work? I know I do. And I hate the stress and sense of guilt that comes from not achieving goals I set. Actually, I realized that pretty much all of my past resolutions were actually more like wishes than goals. The problem was that I hadn’t clearly defined exactly what I wanted and why, and I didn’t have any kind of strategy or system to help me achieve them. Then one day I discovered a simple framework for turning resolutions into meaningful goals, and these goals into reality. What this did for me was create more alignment and integration in my life, which created more momentum that propelled me closer to achieving my goals. Now, Instead of having several disparate goals that I’m pursuing independently, I strategically map out a way to align my biggest goals together so I can pursue them in a unified way. So how exactly does that work?  Keep listening...Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

How do you deal with disappointment when everything changes and the church of today is not the way you expected it to be? We’ll talk about it in today’s show. Let’s get started!   Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m Rich Avery, your host. It’s great to see you again this week.  Thanks for being here. I appreciate you spending a little time with us as we help you take your skills, experience, and ministry know-how and leverage them into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. Have you ever been in a situation where you said: Ugh, I didn’t sign up for this, Lord I’m doing exactly what you called me to do, God, so why isn’t it working out? I thought it was going to be this way, but now everything has changed I had everything all planned out God and now I don’t know which way is up If you’ve been there in the past, or maybe you’re there right now, you know how easy it can be to get discouraged and disappointed because things are not how they were supposed to be. Or at least…they’re not how we thought they’d be... Links for Today's Show Blog post/transcript for this episode: Dealing with Disappointment When Everything Changes Join our private Facebook community: https://www.morethanapastor.com/facebook Get the Free PDF: 4 Keys to Success in Starting Your Own Business Read My Last Post: 4 Lessons Learned from 2022 to Bring into 2023 Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

So, what are four lessons I’ve learned in 2022 that I want to bring with me into 2023? That’s what we’re going to talk about in today’s episode. Links for Today's Show Blog post/transcript for this episode: 4 Things from 2022 to Bring into 2023 Join our private Facebook community: https://www.morethanapastor.com/facebook Get the Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Business is Right for You Read My Last Post: God's Gift to You in 2023: More Fulfillment in Your Life and Work Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

Are you feeling a little stuck, broke, or unfulfilled in your life and work right now? And you wish things could change for you in 2023, but you’re not sure how…or if it’s even possible? Well I believe whatever change you’re ready for…is ready for you! And in this episode of the More Than a Pastor show I’ll share 3 steps for finding more fulfillment in your life and ministry in the new year. Lets get started. Links for Today's Show Blog post/transcript for this episode: God's Gift for You in 2023: More Fulfillment in Your Life & Work Join our private Facebook community: https://www.morethanapastor.com/facebook Get the Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Business is Right for You Read my Last Post: The Drowning Pastor: How to Trade Passive Hope for Active Hope this Advent  Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

In this season of advent, do you find yourself hoping for something more in your life, work, and finances? It’s easy to hope…but there’s a big difference between having passive hope and active hope. Do you know the difference, and how to make active hope work for you? We’ll talk about it in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started! Links for Today's Show Blog post/transcript for this episode: The Drowning Pastor: How to Trade Active Hope for Passive Hope this Advent Join our private Facebook community: https://www.morethanapastor.com/facebook Get the Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Business is Right for You Read My Last Post: Curiosity-Inspired Side Hustles with Stevan Sheets Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

In this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show I want to help you harness the power of curiosity in your life so you can create more income for your family. Stevan Sheets joins us. He’s a pastor who has experimented with a number of different side hustles throughout his 20 years of pastoral ministry. I’ve known Stevan personally since 2008, and one of the things I’ve appreciated about him is his curiosity. It’s been a real catalyst for growth in his family life, pastoral ministry, and his entrepreneurial pursuits. Personally, I believe curiosity is one of the most important traits you need to be successful in business and ministry. So we’ll talk about that in today’s show. We’ll also learn how Stevan got into side hustling, what are some of the side hustles he’s launched, why he believes it’s important for pastors to find ways to create income outside of the church, what his church thinks about his side hustle pursuits, and a lot more. If you’re new to the show, you can learn more about me, get the show notes for today’s episode, and download some free resources to help you grow your income and build financial security over at my website: morethanapastor.com/38 for episode 38.Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

Is Your Church Still Trying to Live in a World that NO Longer Exists? And if so, what should you do about it? Let’s talk about it in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m Rich Avery, your host. Our goal here is simple. We want to help you take your skills, experience, and ministry know-how and leverage them into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. Links for Today's Show Church Answers: 10 Reasons Why Church Search Committees are Struggling More Than Ever Join our private Facebook community: https://www.morethanapastor.com/facebook Get the Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Business is Right for You Read My Last Post: My Daily Podcast Challenge: An Unexpected Blessing So, is your church still trying to live in a world that no longer exists? If so, what should you do about it? That’s what I want to talk about today. This all started with me when my friend John Stange of Platform Launchers sent me the link to a blog post by Thom Rainer of ChurchAnswers.Com. The post was entitled, 10 Reasons Why Church Search Committees are Struggling More Than Ever...Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

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Have you decided to start a YouTube channel, but you get overwhelmed with all the equipment and tool options you need for recording, editing, and posting your videos on YouTube? Let me simplify it for you in today's episode of the More Than a Pastor Show, and share the best tips for launching your new YouTube channel step-by-step.  In fact, here’s what you’re going to discover: The 3 questions you must answer BEFORE you start a YouTube channel.  How to set up your new YouTube channel in just 7 easy steps.  What equipment do you need to get started?   Links for Today's Show Join for Free: The More Than a Pastor Community on Facebook Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Business is Right for You Read My Last Post: How to Start a Podcast Step-by-Step Video Brand Expert Daniel Crandall Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

Are you a pastor who wants to start a podcast, but you feel a little overwhelmed with all the options and choices when it comes to recording, producing, and streaming your new show to the podcastsphere? Well you’re going to really like today’s show. Because I’ll be sharing 12 steps to launching your new podcast. Let’s get started! Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. Do you feel a little lonely…or crazy at times…like maybe you’re the only pastor who desires to provide more for your family? Or who feels called to use your ministry know-how in the marketplace? Or who doesn’t want to depend on the church for your sole income? Well then you, my friend, are in the right place! It’s great to see you. I’m so glad you are here. You’re not crazy. And you’re definitely not alone! If you’re new to the show, you can learn more about me, get the show notes for today’s episode, and download tools and resources to help you launch and grow your business or side hustle at morethanapastor.com/34 for episode 34. Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

Are you a pastor wondering if you can make extra money with a podcast? Well you’re going to love today’s show. Because I’ll be sharing 10 ways you can make money with a podcast. Let’s get started! Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. If you’re a pastor who feels called to something more in your life, work, and income, you’re in the right place! It’s great to see you today. Thanks for joining me - it really means a lot. If you’re new to the show, you can learn more about me, get the show notes for today’s episode, and download tools and resources to help you launch and grow your business or side hustle here: How Pastors Can Make Extra Money With a Podcast.Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

So, was there a situation or experience that started you on the journey to creating income outside the church through your own business or side hustle? How can you harness the power of this defining moment experience into your long-term success? We’ll talk about it in this edition of the more than a pastor show. Let’s get started. Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. If you’re a pastor who feels called to something more in your life, work, and income, you’re in the right place! It’s great to see you today. Thanks for joining me - it really means a lot. If you’re new to the show, you can learn more about me, get the show notes for today’s episode, and download tools and resources to help you launch and grow your business or side hustle here:  How to Harness the Power of Your Defining Moment.Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

As a pastor, you invest in the lives of other people every day. But how much are you investing in yourself? We’ll talk about it in today’s episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started! Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. If you’re a pastor who feels called to something more in your life, work, and income, you’re in the right place! It’s great to see you today. Thanks for joining me - it really means a lot. If you’re new to the show, you can learn more about me, get the show notes for today’s episode, and download tools and resources to help you launch and grow your business or side hustle here: 5 Strategies for Investing in Yourself.  Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

Have you ever had a great idea for a business that you know is right for you…and then you find out that someone else is already doing it? How do you differentiate yourself from your competition? We’ll talk about it in today’s episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started! Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. If you’re a pastor who feels called to something more in your life, work, and income, you’re in the right place! It’s great to see you today. Thanks for joining me - it really means a lot. If you’re new to the show, you can learn more about me, get the show notes for today’s episode, and download tools and resources to help you launch and grow your business or side hustle at morethanapastor.com/30 for episode 30. Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

So what does the word “leverage” mean? And how can you tap into the power of leverage to create sustainable income for your family outside the church? We’ll talk about that in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Let’s get started! Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. If you’re a pastor who desires to create more income for your family, you’re in the right place! Thanks for joining me today - it really means a lot. If you’re new to the show, you can learn more about me, get the show notes for today’s episode, and download tools and resources to help you launch and grow your business or side hustle at morethanapastor.com/29 for episode 29. Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

“Make all you can, save all you can, and give all you can.” Are these words from John Wesley good words for entrepreneurially-minded pastors to live by? Let’s talk about it in this episode of the More Than a Pastor Show. Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. If you’re a pastor who wants to build long-term financial security for your family, you’re in the right place! You can learn more about me, get the show notes for today’s episode, and download tools and resources to help you launch and grow your business or side hustle at morethanapastor.com/28 for episode 28. Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

There are many great reasons why pastors should start their own business. But is it possible for a pastor to start a business for all the wrong reasons? I think so! And in this episode of the More Than a Pastor show I’ll share 3 reasons why pastors should NOT start a business. Let’s get started! Hello my friend! Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what. Whether you’re a pastor who’s always dreamed about entrepreneurship, but isn’t sure if God could call you to be a pastor and an entrepreneur, you’re at the point where you need to find a way to create more income, or you want to build long-term financial security for your family, you’re in the right place! You can learn more about me, get the show notes for today’s episode, and download tools and resources to help you launch and grow your business or side hustle at morethanapastor.com/27 for episode 27.Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

Do you get overwhelmed trying to figure out all the things you need to be successful in business? What if you could just boil it down to the top 3 keys to succeed in business Well, the good news is that you can! And we’ll talk about that in this episode of the More Than a Pastor show. This episode was originally recorded on video for my YouTube Channel. If you'd like to see the video, and get the show notes/blog post for this episode, go to www.morethanapastor.com/26. Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

Do you believe it’s possible to get more out of life, make a bigger impact, and grow your income? Or is your lot in life pretty much fixed, and you might as well settle for what you’ve got, because that’s basically all you’re going to get? Well in today’s episode of the More Than a Pastor Show, we’re going to talk about how you can settle for more. Hey what’s up? Welcome to the More Than a Pastor Show. I’m your host, Rich Avery. This is where we help pastors leverage your ministry know-how into sustainable income outside of the church, through a business or side hustle that’s right for you. So you can serve God and provide for your family, no matter what.Get the show notes/blog for today's episode over at www.morethanapastor.com/25.Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You

Have you ever been in a situation when you really needed to ask someone for help with something? But you hated to have to ask because you didn’t want to put them out? In the end, you did ask. And it felt good. Because you got the help you really needed, and others were truly blessed by the opportunity to help you?That's exactly where I'm at today...and why I'm asking for your help to grow the More Than a Pastor Show!In this episode, I'll also explain why I'm challenging myself to create a new episode every day in the month of September, 2022, starting today, September 5.Get the show notes/blog for this episode at www.morethanapastor.com/24.Support the show Free PDF: How to Know if Starting a Biz is Right for You